Sharon's Stamping Spot

09/06/2026

09/05/2026

Well, friends, life has been moving at warp speed behind the scenes here at Sharon's Stamping Spot! ☕🏃‍♀️

First off, an official apology for being a bit quiet lately—the Friday Faves, Monday Swap Shares, and our August Friday Faves Prize Draw are running a little behind schedule! 🙈

If you've been wondering where I've been, I've been navigating a very busy, exciting transition. While I can't spill all the secret details quite yet (you'll have to wait for the big reveal! 🤫🏫), I have been stepping into a new season that involves juggling a brand-new daily routine!

Between prepping and setting up my new daily schedule, I even managed to give my craft photography a major upgrade! 📸✨ Look at this new open backdrop and soft, filtered lighting setup—no more flat, washed-out colours on my stamping block!

☀️ Don't Forget: Sharon's Summer Passport is STILL ACTIVE!
While I've been getting my schedule sorted out, don't forget that Sharon’s Summer Passport is still in full swing until September 30th! 🗺️🎟️

Every time you place an order, attend a class, or share your creations in our community group, you are earning digital stamps toward our grand prize draw for a Stampin' Up!® Bundle or project kit! I am keeping track of your digital passports behind the scenes, so if you think you're due for a stamp or want a tally check, drop a comment or slide into my messages! 📲

Thank you all for your endless patience and support as I balance ink pads and lesson plans. Here is what's hitting the feed next:

🗳️ August Friday Faves Draw: The wheel is spinning very soon!

💌 Swap Shares & Friday Faves: Fresh, vibrant photos are on the way!

Thank you for being the absolute best, most supportive crafty community out there. I appreciate you more than you know! ❤️

Drop a comment below: What is one new routine or schedule change you are adjusting to this September? 👇💬

09/05/2026

Stepping into September always brings that "back-to-school" feeling, doesn't it? 🎒 Pencil crayons, fresh paper, and new routines!

I’m currently navigating a brand-new routine of my own this month—juggling some fresh daily commitments while keeping the studio running smoothly. Cardmaking has always been my favorite way to recharge, and I'm so excited to share this creative journey with you as I balance it all.

How do you make time for your creative hobbies when life gets a little extra busy? Share your top time-management tips below! ✂️👇

09/04/2026

Happy Friday! Who loves a little luxury in their craft room? 🌿✨

Meet our September Product of the Month: the stunning Luxe Foliage Specialty Designer Series Paper! Featuring single-sided sheets packed with gold foil accents and deep, rich autumn tones like Peaceful Pine, Pecan Pie, and Secret Sea, this paper brings instant elegance to every project.

🛒 The Deal: Spend $100 or more (CAD) in September, and you qualify to add this specialty pack to your order for only $7!
🎟️ Summer Passport Bonus: That same $100 order instantly earns you 5 STAMPS on your Sharon’s Summer Passport tracker! Talk about a massive shortcut toward our end-of-summer grand prize draw!

Products of the Month sell out quickly, so head to the link in my bio to get your order in early!

09/04/2026

Things are brewing behind the scenes here at Sharon’s Stamping Spot! ☕✨ I am stepping into a new season of life—let’s call it a "semi-retirement" state—where I’ll be balancing some exciting personal and work changes over the coming months. Don't worry, the ink is still flowing and the stamps are still pressing!

Speaking of fresh starts, Tuesday was HUGE! The brand-new September–December 2026 Catalogue is officially live! Along with it came a whole new wave of Online Exclusives and brand-new Kits ready to jump onto your craft tables.

What’s the very first item on your holiday wishlist? Tell me below! 👇

08/31/2026

Happy Monday, stampers! 👋

Our Make & Mingle swap spotlight is shining today on this absolute ray of sunshine made by Karen Emde! ☀️✨

Karen used the Lily of the Valley bundle from the Valley in Bloom suite, and can we just take a moment for this color palette? The cheerful yellows, soft blues, and mix of greens are so incredibly fresh and springlike! It feels like a warm breeze in card form. 🍃💛💙

I love how that delicate floral die cut ties the whole look together over the blue pattern and crisp white card base. It’s such a happy, uplifting design—and definitely lives up to that "Wishing you a happy day" greeting!

Thank you so much for swapping with me, Karen! Your card is pure joy. 🥰

Sharon’s Crafty Secret: 💡
When you're featuring delicate white die-cuts (like these dainty flower bells), placing them against a soft blue or patterned background is the ultimate trick to make those intricate details pop off the page!

Question for you: Which color combo instantly brightens up your day when you're crafting? Are you team yellow & blue, or do you have another go-to happy palette? Drop it in the comments below! 👇🎨

08/30/2026

⏰ FINAL CALL! The Paper Sale ends tomorrow! ⏰

This is your last chance to save 15% OFF select Designer Series Papers and Cardstock! 📄✨ Once August ends, these savings disappear.

Double-check your craft room and grab those last-minute patterns and cardstock colors before time runs out! ✂️

👉 Shop before the sale ends - find my links on my about/bio page!

08/30/2026

⏰ FINAL CALL! The Paper Sale ends tomorrow! ⏰

This is your last chance to save 15% OFF select Designer Series Papers and Cardstock! 📄✨ Once August ends, these savings disappear.

Double-check your craft room and grab those last-minute patterns and cardstock colors before time runs out! ✂️

👉 Shop before the sale ends - find my links on my about/bio page!

08/28/2026

It’s Friday, and warm woodgrain tones are taking over for this week’s Monochromatic Insta Hop with Crafty Collaborations! 🪵 Warm up your feed with Pecan Pie!

For this project, I paired a fun double Z-fold layout with the rustic beauty of the Country Woods Designer Series Paper. Just like with last week's Nature Walk DSP, Country Woods had the exact right tone and texture to bring this monochromatic vision to life.

Crafter’s Thought for the Day:
Both last week and this week, I was able to make a powerful, clean card that truly works for anyone on your card-sending list. Not every card needs to embrace all the pretty, lacy, and floral elements! There is so much versatility hiding in your supplies, and taking a step back to create clean, rustic, or gender-neutral styles means you can tailor a design so your loved ones and friends feel like it was created just for them. 🤎✨

Which style do you find yourself crafting more often—frilly and floral, or clean and rustic? Drop your thoughts below! 👇

Don't forget to hop along the tour to check out all the other fabulous Pecan Pie creations from the Crafty Collaborations team! Find me on Instagram